2005 BMW 748 vs. 2006 Lincoln Mark LT
To start off, 2006 Lincoln Mark LT is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 748. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 748 would be higher. At 5,406 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Lincoln Mark LT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 748 (362 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2006 Lincoln Mark LT. (300 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 748 should accelerate faster than 2006 Lincoln Mark LT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lincoln Mark LT weights approximately 526 kg more than 2005 BMW 748.
Because 2006 Lincoln Mark LT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 BMW 748. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Lincoln Mark LT will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 BMW 748 (500 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lincoln Mark LT. (495 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 748 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lincoln Mark LT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 748 | 2006 Lincoln Mark LT | |
| Make | BMW | Lincoln |
| Model | 748 | Mark LT |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 5406 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 105.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 2436 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3520 mm |
